Mazda Miata Timing Belt or Chain (1990-2026)

The Mazda Miata engines have timing chains or timing belts, depending on the engine and model year; interference classification varies by engine.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Mazda Miata.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

2026 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2026 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2025 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2025 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2024 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2024 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2023 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2023 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2022 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2022 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2021 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2021 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2020 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2020 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2019 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2019 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2018 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2018 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2017 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2017 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2016 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2016 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2015 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2015 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2014 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2014 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2013 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2013 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2012 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2012 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2011 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2011 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2010 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2010 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2009 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2009 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2008 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2008 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2007 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2007 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2006 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2006 Mazda Miata has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2005 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2005 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference engines.

2004 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2004 Mazda Miata engines have timing belts and are non-interference engines.

2003 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2003 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine.

2002 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2002 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine.

2001 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2001 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine.

2000 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2000 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine.

1999 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1999 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine.

1996 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1996 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine.

1995 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1995 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine.

1994 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1994 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is a non-interference engine.

1993 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1993 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is an interference engine.

1992 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1992 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is an interference engine.

1991 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1991 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is an interference engine.

1990 Mazda Miata - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 1990 Mazda Miata has a timing belt and is an interference engine.

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.